Associations to the word «Mournful»

Wiktionary

MOURNFUL, adjective. Filled with grief or sadness; being in a state in which one mourns.
MOURNFUL, adjective. Fit to inspire mourning; tragic.

Dictionary definition

MOURNFUL, adjective. Expressing sorrow.
MOURNFUL, adjective. Filled with or evoking sadness; "the child's doleful expression"; "stared with mournful eyes"; "mournful news".

Wise words

In words are seen the state of mind and character and disposition of the speaker.
Plutarch